Mainframe CICS System Programmer

Kyndryl

. Solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across platforms and services .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeBangalore • IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in CICS systems programming, including installation, upgrades, and migrations of CICS Transaction Servers. Proficient in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and providing technical support for IBM and ISV products within the z/OS ecosystem.

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CICS Systems ProgrammingCICS Transaction ServerZ/OS Ecosystem SupportRoot Cause AnalysisP2V, V2V, and P2P Migrations

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Hard Skills

CICSIBM CICS Transaction ServerZ/OSUnix System Services (USS)REXXJavaVSAMAssemblerCOBOLDB2

Soft Skills

Excellent Troubleshooting SkillsCustomer Service SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaborative ApproachGrowth-Minded

Tools & Technologies

SMP/ECICS-related ISV Products

Industry Keywords

Security ComplianceTechnical SupportProject ManagementOn-Call ActivitiesClient Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across platforms and services
Manage systems data for clients and provide day-to-day solutions and security compliance
Oversee an assignment queue and work directly with technicians
Prioritize tickets to deliver effective client solutions
Install, upgrade, maintain, and migrate IBM CICS Transaction Server
Support the z/OS ecosystem and CICS-related IBM and ISV products
Administer and modernize CICS environments, including region setup and CSD/SIT management
Support migration projects such as P2V, V2V, and P2P
Troubleshoot CICS abends, dumps, performance issues, and product outages
Perform root cause analysis
Provide direct technical support for releases, upgrades, and changes
Recommend modernization options and identify new business opportunities
Cultivate relationships with teams and stakeholders
Participate in on-call activities and drive projects through completion

Requirements

What you’ll need

9+ years of experience in CICS systems programming
Basic knowledge of z/OS, Unix System Services (USS), SMP/E, REXX, Java, VSAM, and third-party products
Experience with CICS Transaction Server and related ISV products
Technical support for planning, coordination, installation, implementation, and testing of CICS and related ISV product releases, upgrades, or changes
Ability to upgrade, install, and migrate CICS Transaction Servers
Ability to diagnose CICS system and related product issues and perform root cause analysis
Ability to upgrade, install, and support IBM and ISV-related products
Proficiency in P2V, V2V, and P2P migrations
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or equivalent work experience
Knowledge of Assembler, COBOL, CICS, and DB2
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent troubleshooting and customer service skills
Ability to participate in on-call rotation
Ability to follow projects through to completion
Customer-focused, growth-minded, inclusive, and collaborative approach

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, supportive environment
Well-being support through Be Well programs
Financial, mental, physical, and social health programs
Personalized development goals and continuous feedback
Certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon
Coaching and hands-on learning experiences
Career development and progression opportunities
Employee referral opportunity